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Employment and Training

Children, Family & Community Connections (CFCC), has a long-standing reputation for delivering quality employment and training programs. We offer customized employment services for low-income Clackamas County residents. Our services increase skills, confidence, wage potential and create long-term employment opportunities. Long-term career path employment opportunities benefit both the program participant and local area businesses.

Employment Training Center

Located at 108 11th St. in downtown Oregon City, CFCC operates a job search and training center by appointment. The Center is located conveniently next door to the TriMet Transit Center with easy access to I-205 and Hwy 99. Services are also available virtually and community locations throughout Clackamas County.

Programs

STEP (SNAP Training & Employment Program)

Prioritizes services for individuals experiencing housing instability, formerly incarcerated persons, persons with substance use disorders and persons in long-term recovery. Services include individual career counseling, resume preparation, customized job placement and work skills training.  Eligibility:  SNAP recipient, age 18+, eligible to work in the US, resident of Clackamas County.

For more information contact Doug Vanzant at DVanzant@clackamas.us, 503-341-1494.

CFCC's STEP Employment program is funded in part by the USDA through a contract with the Oregon Dept of Human Services, Self-Sufficiency Programs for recipients of food stamps (SNAP). Read the full non-discrimination and funding statements.

Veterans Employment

Our Veteran employment program provides intensive, one-on-one workforce services to Clackamas County veterans from all military eras. Services include co-case management with other veteran specific service providers including housing, social services, vocational rehabilitation. We coordinate wrap-around services with veteran specific organizations such as Tools for Troops, Fort Kennedy, local VFWs and more. Services are available for those veterans living with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and/or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).

Eligibility:  Prior military service, resident of Clackamas County.

For more information, contact Ken Bietschek at KenBie@clackamas.us, 503-502-3411or Aubrie Balkwill at ABalkwill@clackamas.us, 971-275-4367.

Employment Investment Program

CFCC's Employment Investment Program (EIP) is designed for individuals who want to work and may not qualify for other programs.  We provide individual, person-centered services to assist in accessing employment opportunities.  The program includes pre- and post-employment related supports and employment related training.  Referral partners include Housing Authority of Clackamas County, Clackamas Women's Services, Clackamas County Urgent Mental Health Center, Social Services, Community Court, Vocational Rehabilitation and more. Services can be provided virtually or in person as desired by the participant. Eligibility:  Age 18+, eligible to work in the US, resident of Clackamas County.

For more information contact CFCC at workforce@clackamas.us, 503-655-8840

TANF JOBS (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families-Job Opportunities and Basic Skills)

CFCC provides services to JOBS eligible families with children receiving assistance from the Oregon Department of Human Services-Self Sufficiency Programs.  Eligibility:  TANF recipient, age 18+, eligible to work in the US, resident of Clackamas County, referral from Oregon Dept. of Human Services (ODHS).

For more information contact CFCC at workforce@clackamas.us, 503-655-8840 or your Family Coach at ODHS.

Second Chance Clackamas

CFCC's Second Chance Clackamas program provides employment and training services to adults in custody in the Clackamas County Jail and other court mandated residential programs.  Services are provided for a year post-release and designed to reduce recidivism. 

For more information contact CFCC at workforce@clackamas.us, 503-655-8840.

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CFCC's STEP Employment program is funded in part by the USDA through a contract with the Oregon Dept of Human Services, Self-Sufficiency Programs for recipients of food stamps (SNAP). Read the full non-discrimination and funding statements.

Contact Us
Department Staff
Jennifer Harvey
Program Manager
503-867-7500
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Veterans Services

We regret to inform you that we are currently experiencing longer wait times for appointments with our Veteran Services Officers. This is due to unforeseen circumstances resulting in several staff members being unavailable for a number of weeks. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

What We Do

We help service members, veterans, and their families navigate the U.S. Veterans Administration system to file for disability compensation. 

The list of health conditions that qualify for VA compensation changes often. A “no” from the VA yesterday may be a “yes” today – you owe it to yourself to visit us if you haven’t recently.

We can also familiarize you with many other federal and state veterans benefits you may have earned, and help connect you to partner organizations who can help you claim them.

Who We Serve

If you have served any time in the military, you may be eligible for benefits.

Eligibility for specific federal and state benefits programs varies. Make an appointment with one of our trained and experienced veterans service officers to help figure out which programs you qualify for.

We are particularly interested in helping:

  • Young veterans
    You have plenty on your plate already as you transition into civilian life. We’re here to help you navigate the VA system and get the education, health care, and other benefits you’ve earned.
  • Gulf War veterans
    Many of your current health issues – including a bunch the VA didn’t previously consider – might be linked to past military service. Conditions include gastrointestinal disorders, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and many more. Learn more here
  • Vietnam era veterans – including Navy “blue water” veterans
    Did you get the runaround from the VA when you came home? Times have changed, and so has the VA – including the list of health conditions considered service related. A “no” yesterday may be a “yes” today. Conditions include different forms of cancer, diabetes, skin disease, and many more: Learn more here

How To Get Service

Are you ready for our Veterans Service Office to help you? Make an appointment by calling 503-650-5631 or emailing veterans@clackamas.us. We are open Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m.

Depending on your needs, we may ask you to bring some or all of the following documents to your appointment:

  • Proof of military service
  • Doctor's name, address, and telephone number
  • Private medical records
  • Certificate of current marriage
  • Names of previous spouses and dates of previous marriages
  • Current bank statement
  • Information about other financial assets like annuities, IRAs, CDs, and rental property income
  • A summary of out of pocket medical expenses

But don’t worry - if you are missing documents or other information needed to process your claim, we will help you get them.

Other Resources

Veterans Advisory Council

The Clackamas County Veterans Advisory Council advises the Clackamas County Board of Commissioners and the Department of Health, Housing and Human Services on all matters relating to issues and services affecting veterans, their families and dependents, ensuring their needs are recognized and addressed in a timely manner.

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